Marking 35 years since its original impact on the heavy metal landscape, the seminal Seattle-based technical thrashers, Forced Entry, have announced the definitive reissue of their cult-classic masterpiece, As Above, So Below.
In partnership with M-Theory Audio, this long-awaited celebration and sought-after classic will make its vinyl debut, as well as a Digipak edition CD, available July 31, 2026.
Forced Entry carved out a unique space within the burgeoning Seattle metal scene in the late 1980s, blending blistering thrash speed with complex, progressive song structures.
"As Above, So Below' remains a high-water mark for the band, celebrated by fans and critics alike for its aggressive intensity, musicianship, groove, and technicality.
The anniversary reissue ensures that a new generation of metalheads—and long-time devotees—can experience the record in prestige formats.
Fans can secure their copies now via the M-Theory Audio webstore or the Forced Entry Bandcamp page.
As Above, So Below features freshened up and expanded layouts by Marc Lopes, including a new interview with vocalist/bassist Tony Benjamins and extra pics and flyers.
The original album was produced by Tom Soares and engineered by Jamie Locke, with artwork by Sean Wyett.
The album featured two music videos – "Macrocosm, Microcosm" and "Never a Know, But The No.